Equal Employment Opportunity Employer State Preservation Board (SPB)

Posting #2024-041 Primary Location: 1100 N Congress Ave. Austin, TX 78701 Position Type: 2 Full-time positions, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; 1 Full-time position, 40 hours per week, Sunday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. All positions require on-call periods after regular business hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays, especially during legislative sessions. Hiring Rate: $52,000.00 - $60,000.00 / annually Salary Plan: A-20 Job Class (Code): HVAC III Mechanic (9816) Job Posting: March 7, 2024 - until filled

Organizational Overview: The State Preservation Board (SPB) was established for the purpose of preserving, maintaining, and restoring the State Capitol and the 1857 General Land Office, which houses the Capitol Visitors Center. Since that time, Agency operations have expanded to include: maintenance of the Governor's Mansion, operating the Bullock Texas State History Museum and the Texas State Cemetery. We provide educational programs centered on Texas history, government and culture. These services benefit the citizens of Texas and its visitors. For more information about the State Preservation Board visit https://tspb.texas.gov/. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision and other insurances, a defined benefit pension and 401K retirement plans, flexible spending and dependent care accounts options, paid parental leave, free parking and free Museum membership. To find out more information about State of Texas Employee benefits visit the Employees Retirement System website https://www.ers.texas.gov/. Position Summary: The HVAC III performs advanced (senior-level) responsibilities related to installation, repair and maintenance of ventilation, heating, air conditioning and environmental control systems, and preventative maintenance activities. Determines materials, tools, techniques and the appropriate methods and procedures to perform maintenance work. This position consistently and reliably diagnoses equipment malfunctions and prescribes appropriate repair procedures. Works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Must be available to work on-call as required and after regular business hours, including evenings, nights and weekends. Must consistently display sound judgment, and portray a friendly, calm, professional, respectful, positive demeanor and service-oriented focus when interacting with visitors, staff and the public. This position is not sedentary in nature and requires considerable physical and mental exertion, organization and planning. May be exposed to inclement or harsh weather conditions due to the scope and nature of job duties. Must be able to work extended hours in order to be considered. References will be required to verify experience, and must be able to pass a thorough criminal background check. *Must be able to work with the Agency's 365 day-per-year schedule that may include weekends, evenings and holidays, including on short notice.

Essential Job Duties: For purposes of this agency's job descriptions, "essential job duties" are defined as assigned tasks that are critical or fundamental to the position and not marginal. If an individual is qualified to perform the essential job duties, the individual must be able to perform the essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Overhauls, cleans, lubricates and services air conditioning, heating, and ventilating equipment including steam valves and controls. Replaces faulty controls, wiring and thermostats. Perform, plan and oversee the maintenance and repair of HVAC equipment, high pressure steam boilers, large centrifugal refrigeration compressors, and components such as condensers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and valves. Installs, troubleshoots, and retrofits DDC controllers and the networks they reside on. Uses the computer driven HVAC management sys em to monitor humidity and adjust temperatures. Repairs pumps, air compressors, and circulating pumps associated with air conditioning and heating equipment and systems. Repairs and replaces worn or broken parts on condensers, compressors, and water pumps. Develop plans, specifications and estimates of HVAC maintenance and renovation projects. Performs water treatment on closed and open loops. Repairs or adjusts values, piping connections, fitting, and couplings; repairs electrical parts and equipment. Tests refrigeration equipment for leaks and installs replacement refrigerants when needed. Removes and installs motors, thermostats, and humidistats; adjusts expansion valves and adds gas to refrigeration units. Checks gauges and performs preventive maintenance work on air handlers, above ceilings, VAVs and fan coils. Maintains accurate records and prepares reports on repairs and service to facility equipment. Works on duct work above ceilings. Performs plumbing repairs and checks and repairs on hot water and steam generator systems. Promotes visitor safety and building security. Assists with building evacuation if necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of basic electron theory, how electricity travels, AC and DC currents; single phase and three phase circuits; and series and parallel circuits; and Ohms Law, troubleshoots basic electrical circuits. Reads basic wiring diagrams, and uses multi-meters to read voltage, current and resistance values. Knowledge of the refrigeration cycle and skill in using a manifold gauge set; skill in using a pressure/temperature chart and temperature measuring devices for routine maintenance and to diagnose problems in the refrigeration circuit. Recovers, evacuates and charges refrigeration. Knowledge of complying with all applicable safety rules, regulations, standards and emergency procedures including applicable OSHA, agency, local, state, and federal security and safety rules, regulations, and established industry safety and security techniques and standards. Ability to plan work with safety and security front of mind. Continuously assesses safety conditions to ensure individual and workplace safety and safety of visitors and staff. Ability to work collaboratively within a team and to work with others in a professional and courteous manner. The position is mentally and physically demanding and requires the ability to perform hands-on facilities and general maintenance duties. Including exposure to temperature extremes, damp, wet, heat, or moist conditions and inclement weather. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing on a variety of complex issues; and ability to identify and direct effective solutions and outcomes. Ability to independently prioritize, multi-task and effectively delegate work; visually inspect and examine buildings and equipment. Ability to walk throughout the Capitol Complex, climb, pull, lift up to 60 pounds, stand for extended periods of time, push, stretch, stoop, kneel, recline, bend, squat, and reach. Ability to use and skill to manipulate equipment that may require fine motor skills coordination and/or eye-hand coordination. Work varying schedules based on SPB business needs, including nights and/or weekends. Required Education and Experience: High school graduate (or equivalent). Minimum five (5) years recent work experience performing air conditioning and refrigeration repairs, diagnostics and troubleshooting. Experience in satisfactory customer service in handling service calls. Computer experience in a Windows environment to use the work order system and communicate using email. Must have a current driver license and safe driv